My husband, G, has a special birthday coming up and he decided that, instead of having a big party, he’d rather celebrate on a tropical isle. So–yippee!–we’re headed to the Caribbean! Though we’ve enjoyed the mildest of winters, I still can’t wait… Continue reading…
ethnic eats, vineyards, and more uni
After a picturesque (and dizzying) drive up the California coast on Highway 1 with a couple of stops along the way–San Simeon, Carmel, Monterey–we finally arrived in San Francisco on a cool, drizzly afternoon. We settled into our hotel, then… Continue reading…
a taste of spring
Spring is here. Daffodils are blooming, blue jays flit about my backyard, days are balmy, nights are cool, the smell of new is in the air. Markets are beginning to burst with green and tender produce that tempt and tantalize.… Continue reading…
splendid for snacking
With the weather warming up (was it ever cold?), life is picking up a faster pace these days. Now’s a good time to focus on dishes that are satisfying and simple to prepare, but also make the best use of… Continue reading…
a passion for peking
Foodie that I am, I’ve admitted here before that I’m not a huge fan of Asian food, most specifically Chinese. Thai is fine and I adore Japanese–in fact, sushi may be a contender for my last best meal. But, I… Continue reading…